Majority of Americans say Memorial Day has lost its meaning, new poll finds
A new survey finds that 52% of Americans believe Memorial Day has lost its original meaning, even as many still associate the holiday with honoring fallen military members.
A new survey finds that 52% of Americans believe Memorial Day has lost its original meaning, even as many still associate the holiday with honoring fallen military members.
Phil Robertson, 'Duck Dynasty' star, dies at 79
Phil Robertson, a star on the hit reality show “Duck Dynasty," has died. He was 79 years old.
Phil Robertson, a star on the hit reality show “Duck Dynasty," has died. He was 79 years old.
Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed
The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.
The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.
Mayonnaise request may have led to Checkers employee shooting, killing customer: Investigators
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
Margaritaville Hotel officially opens in Flagler Beach, ahead of Memorial Day weekend
The long-awaited Margaritaville Hotel in Flagler Beach officially opened its doors this week, drawing both locals and tourists eager to experience the beachside resort’s laid-back, tropical atmosphere just in time for Memorial Day.
The long-awaited Margaritaville Hotel in Flagler Beach officially opened its doors this week, drawing both locals and tourists eager to experience the beachside resort’s laid-back, tropical atmosphere just in time for Memorial Day.
Home prices forecast to dip before the end of the year
Redfin forecasts a 1% drop in US home prices by year’s end and reports a near-record rate of canceled home purchases, highlighting a cooling market amid high mortgage rates and rising inventory.
Redfin forecasts a 1% drop in US home prices by year’s end and reports a near-record rate of canceled home purchases, highlighting a cooling market amid high mortgage rates and rising inventory.
Man arrested in Florida beach brawl as Volusia County deputies prepare for Memorial Day weekend
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Volusia County Beach Patrol is bracing for a surge in visitors, calling the holiday an “all hands on deck” operation. In the lead-up to the weekend, a beach incident turned violent when a man allegedly drove recklessly on the sand and got into a fight with a bystander.
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Volusia County Beach Patrol is bracing for a surge in visitors, calling the holiday an “all hands on deck” operation. In the lead-up to the weekend, a beach incident turned violent when a man allegedly drove recklessly on the sand and got into a fight with a bystander.
Florida man with ‘sordid history’ accused of trying to set roommates on fire: ‘Pure evil in the flesh’
A man, who Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says has an extensive criminal history, has been charged with five counts of first-degree attempted murder and arson.
A man, who Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says has an extensive criminal history, has been charged with five counts of first-degree attempted murder and arson.
Clermont police officers arrest suspect in attempted bank robbery, bomb threat
A suspect accused of attempting to rob a Clermont bank and threatening to detonate a bomb has been arrested, police announced Friday.
A suspect accused of attempting to rob a Clermont bank and threatening to detonate a bomb has been arrested, police announced Friday.
Memorial Day 2025: Remembrance events happening around the Orlando area
This Memorial Day, our nation pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom and uphold democracy.
This Memorial Day, our nation pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom and uphold democracy.
These Florida cities are most affordable for home buyers, study finds
In Florida, 23 cities were ranked among the most affordable places for home buyers, including Palm Bay and Orlando. Here's how they placed among the 300 cities analyzed.
In Florida, 23 cities were ranked among the most affordable places for home buyers, including Palm Bay and Orlando. Here's how they placed among the 300 cities analyzed.
1 dead, 1 hurt in motorcycle crash in Osteen, troopers say
One person is dead and another is hurt following a crash in Volusia County Friday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
One person is dead and another is hurt following a crash in Volusia County Friday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
4 Flagler County deputies help to save a man threatening to jump off of overpass
The FOX35 Care Force is honoring several Flagler County deputies for their efforts to save a man who was threatening to jump off of a bridge and into oncoming traffic.
The FOX35 Care Force is honoring several Flagler County deputies for their efforts to save a man who was threatening to jump off of a bridge and into oncoming traffic.
Honoring 4 deputies who helped a man in distress
The FOX35 Care Force is honoring several Flagler County deputies for their efforts to save a man who was threatening to jump off of a bridge and into oncoming traffic.
The FOX35 Care Force is honoring several Flagler County deputies for their efforts to save a man who was threatening to jump off of a bridge and into oncoming traffic.
Gov. DeSantis speaks at annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.
Florida teen arrested in Atlanta tied to shooting of baby in Brevard County, sheriff says
A 17-year-old suspect accused of shooting a 1-year-old girl in Brevard County last week has been arrested more than 500 miles away in Atlanta.
A 17-year-old suspect accused of shooting a 1-year-old girl in Brevard County last week has been arrested more than 500 miles away in Atlanta.
Driver faces suspension after disputing unpaid school zone ticket in Palm Bay
Autumn Faleris was recently issued a notice from the the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) that her driver’s license was in jeopardy of suspension because of an unpaid and unsettled traffic ticket.
Autumn Faleris was recently issued a notice from the the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) that her driver’s license was in jeopardy of suspension because of an unpaid and unsettled traffic ticket.
Epic Universe opening fuels theme park rivalry in Orlando, around the world
Economic leaders say Orlando has become an unrivaled destination in the global theme park industry, and the debut of Universal’s Epic Universe is adding new momentum — and new pressure — to an already competitive market.
Economic leaders say Orlando has become an unrivaled destination in the global theme park industry, and the debut of Universal’s Epic Universe is adding new momentum — and new pressure — to an already competitive market.
New video shows response to deadly ambush of deputies as suspect Julie Sulpizio ruled competent for trial
Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.
Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.
Epic Universe opens to thrill crowds, with hopes of boosting economy in Central Florida
After six years in development, Universal’s long-anticipated Epic Universe theme park officially opened its gates Thursday, marking the first major new park to launch in Orlando in more than two decades.
After six years in development, Universal’s long-anticipated Epic Universe theme park officially opened its gates Thursday, marking the first major new park to launch in Orlando in more than two decades.